Simple Slow Cooked Pork Loin Recipe, 4 Points+

Happy Biggest Loser day all! Although somehow since I am now watching “Chopped” I feel like I should change that intro Thanks for all the comments on the new Annie’s Digs ~ I can honestly say I am LOVING the new building and as crazy as this sounds ~ I LOVE the train and walking to work! It’s awesome that I can actually work or read or just plain Words with Friends instead of driving in traffic. Ummm, yes and I totally said “Chugga Chugga Choo Choo” a few times today LOL……

I am trying to remember how I got around in college with carrying so little! Today I learned the hard way that carrying 3 bags was just way too much work. Thanks for sharing all your ideas when I asked on Facebook and Twitter.

I “geeked” out tonight and bought this really cool all-in-one back pack(in black, not red) that I think will hold my work stuff, my workout clothes, my lunch, my water bottle and my wallet (probably the kitchen sink too!) I guess I travel like I cook ~ tossing everything in there

This morning I still managed to whip up a delicious breakfast at 5 am. I made an Egg-Wich

* 2 Slice Trader Joe’s Fat-Free Multi-Grain Bread (3 points+)

* 1 “Fried” Egg (2 points+)

* Sea Salt and Black Pepper

I rounded it out with 3 slices of Trader Joe’s Peppered Turkey Bacon (1 point+) and a nectarine I saved for snack later.

One of the COOLEST things we get to do is workout at any point during the day. My co-worker and I “broke in” our new gym with a mid morning workout. I spent 25 minutes of the Elliptical while watching Dr. Oz.

Post workout snack.

I actually lugged my lunch to work together but decided it would be one less thing to carry tomorrow if I had leftovers from yesterday’s fiesta.

I made a BIG salad with TONS of pico de gallo!

* 2 cups Tossed Salad

* 1/2 cup pinto beans – 3 points+

* 1/2 cup spanish rice – 3 points+

* 3/4 cup pico de gallo

* Tortilla Strips ~ I went back for more so Id say I had the equivalent of 12 chips (4 points+)

Mid afternoon I really wanted chocolate but I resisted it and decided to have my nectarine from breakfast with a lite string cheese (1 points+)

I actually put dinner in the crockpot before I left this morning so I wouldn’t have to “cook” dinner when I got home. I had visions that I could re-create one of my favorite Cooking Light recipes for Simple Roasted Pork Loin in the crockpot.

SIMPLE SLOW COOKED PORK LOIN RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

3 lbs center cut lean pork loin

Sea salt and black pepper

1/4 cup chicken broth

15.5 oz Low Sugar Apricot Preserves

1 onion, chopped

1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Spray crockpot with nonstick cooking spray or line with a plastic liner. Season pork loin with sea salt and black pepper. Place in the crockpot.

2. Combine the chicken broth through the crushed red pepper flakes and pour over the pork.

3. Cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 10-12 hours. Remove pork, shred and drizzle with about 1/4 cup of the sauce. Discard the rest.

Makes 12, four ounce servings, 4 points+ each

When I went to the Foodbuzz Fest last year, I received a coupon from Alexia to try their new Chipotle Fries. Tonight was the perfect opportunity.

I definitely think the “secret ingredient” is the Chipotle!

4 Points+ a serving.

This is what 3 ounces looks like pre-cooked.

Still a nice size serving ~ Delicious ~ sweet, spicy and I could probably eat the whole bag if I made it….good thing I cooked just one serving.

I was actually bummed that the pork wasn’t sweet glazed ~ it was more “roast” like. I topped it with a little BBQ sauce and that was the perfect addition. I might make it into carnitas tacos tomorrow night by adding salsa! (4 ounces plus sauce = 5 points+)

All together with a side of swiss chard.

After dinner I convinced The Husband to go with me on a shopping spree by promising him Starbucks! I got a tall nonfat decat latte with caramel drizzled just on top (to make it like a marshmallow) ~ 3 points. I had 3 Dove Chocolates with it for the perfect dessert (3 points+)

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The pork looks great! Boy are you lucky you get to walk to work! Got a question: I see you measured out the Alexia fries before baking…is the NI for 3 oz before cooking, or after? Again, your posts are the best…you are my first go to blog at 5:30 am while I drink my first cuppa.

Hi,
I always order a Non Fat, Sugar Free Vanilla Latte with and add shot. In the afternoon I order an iced trenta 1/2 passion 1/2 green tea, 2 splends, & no H2O.

I have a question for you, in my Bountiful Basket (it’s a Co-op) this week there was some Swiss Chard, I have never tried or eaten this before, could you tell me how you cooked it? I wanted to make it for dinner this week.

Hey Mary – How many points is that drink it sounds marvelous since I don’t do the SF thing I go with the real deal. I may just have to try it!

The pork looks fabulous and I love Swiss Chard, Yum Yum. Who doesn’t love sweet potato fries? TJ’s has the best IMO. Anyone wanting a little recipe on Swiss Chard look up Braised Swiss Chard good advice is a little squeeze of lemon when serving!! Delish!! Danica you rock and so stinkin lucky for a job with a gym I’d be in heaven!

Oh man, it’s dark outside still when you eat your breakfast. Poor girl. Hope you get used to the commute quickly. My husband used to leave when it was dark, and then come home when it was dark. He hated it.

My kids and husband love pork, but i always make it the same way, so i’m excited for this new recipe and way of cooking!
My go to drink is a grande chai latte- ICED. It’s good warm, but freaking amazing iced!

I made the pork loin recipe but I prepped it Friday night to cook in the crock pot all day long Saturday. I don’t know if it marinating in the crock pot all night long made a difference but mine came out sweet and a little spicy (pepper flakes). The hubby absolutely loved it. Then last night we had it as leftovers and it was even yummier (is that even a word lol). I have it today for lunch as the tacos. I actually cannot wait for lunch in an hour. My mouth is salivating now as we speak.

Sorry I am probably too late for getting back to you on this. Last week was insane with our work move and I am finally getting caught up now. I have only sauteed my swiss chard in a little olive oil with sea salt and black pepper or steamed it for 4-5 minutes. I think I need to try the braised recipe that someone listed below. I hope you found a way to use it. I LOVE it!

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Whether she’s enjoying a dish at a local restaurant or whipping up a crowd-pleasing, nutritious meal at home, Danica has a passion for all things food. She believes in and follows the Weight Watchers principle of “all things in moderation” and chronicles her culinary adventures here. Besides sharing her daily eats and tasty, nutritious recipes, Danica connects others seeking a healthier lifestyle on her site and shares her travel adventures with her husband around the world.